Gifts for Black Pug Dogs

The pug is an ancient breed of dog that originated in China.They are comical-looking dogs with large heads, short snouts and large, round eyes. Pug owners are devoted to their chosen breed and enjoy the attention their dogs earn from friends, family and strangers. Include the pug in your gift giving and both the owner and the dog will be delighted.

  1. Bed

    • Pugs love their beds.

      Pugs play hard and sleep hard. They love cozy beds where they can curl up and recharge for another round of play. A perfect gift from a pug's point of view is a soft bed. You can find beds shaped like doughnuts or as the conventional rectangle. Choose a color that complements the black pug. Lime green, pink or purple are good choices. An exciting detail would be to embroider a silhouette of a black pug on the corner or the front of the bed with the dog's name. Fabric paint and a brush would be another option.

    Clothes

    • A personalized black pug jacket or a T-shirt can be practical and fun.

      Clothing for dogs is growing in popularity. A winter jacket is a good choice if the pug lives in a cold climate. Jackets come in a variety of fabrics and styles. Choose a plain color that you know the owner enjoys or match the color of the dog's collar and leash. Colors that look well on a black pug include aqua, pink, lime green and yellow. Paint a silhouette of a black pug on the back of the jacket with fabric paint and an artist's brush. Add some rhinestones to look like a collar for a little bling. If the pug lives in a warm climate, a T-shirt is a fun gift to give. Print a message on the back of the shirt: "Black Pugs Rule."

    Toys

    • Black pugs are playful and enjoy their toys. They can never have too many. Finding a commercial toy that is specific to a black pug is difficult, but it is easy to make one. Transfer a photo of a black pug onto a square of off-white, heavy fabric. Cut out around the image and sew it securely into a little pillow. Stuff with cellophane so it "crinkles" when the dog bites into it. An alternative to the photo image is to applique a black sillhouette of a pug onto the fabric.

    Gift Baskets

    • A black pug will appreciate soothing oatmeal shampoo.

      Black pugs can be have skin issues. Arrange a gift basket filled with oatmeal-based shampoo and conditioner. Oatmeal is soothing to irritated skin. A well-stocked pet store will carry this product line. Include a soft brush. Add a microfiber towel to dry the pug quickly and make the dog more comfortable after its baths in the cold months. Include a few small toys and wrap the basket in cellophane. Secure the the wrapping with a florist's bow.